1999 Fiat Duna vs. 2003 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 911 (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 911 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1999 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Duna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Duna. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Duna | 2003 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Duna | 911 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2360 mm |
